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The Aircraft that Predicted the Future of Aviation

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The Grumman F7F Tigercat was a remarkable heavy fighter with an intriguing lineage tracing back to the highly-successful series of the so-called Grumman "cats."

As the first twin-engine fighter deployed by the US Navy, the F7F represented a remarkable innovation, specifically designed to serve aboard the Midway-class aircraft carriers. Although it never had the opportunity to demonstrate its prowess in World War 2, the Tigercat still managed to leave an indelible mark on the aviation world.

The heavy fighter made its debut during the Korean War, where it saw action in numerous roles and solidified the reputation of the “cats.” Boasting an array of impressive design features, the Tigercat was a true marvel of aviation engineering, and it was way ahead of its time - albeit for a brief period.

In an ironic twist, the Tigercat never operated as a carrier-based fighter as initially intended, and for one simple reason: it was too powerful…

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